Civil Service Board - Dayton, Ohio
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Civil Service Board
Mission Statement
To provide independent, equitable, and impartial employment services,
based on merit and fitness, for the City of Dayton, Dayton Public Schools
and to our community with a continuous commitment to deliver these
services utilizing the highest levels of integrity, respect and teamwork on
behalf of the Civil Service Board.
About the Board
o The Ohio Constitution, Article XV, Section 10, Chapter 124 embodies Ohio’s Civil Service Laws
o The Civil Service Board was established under Section 93 of the City of Dayton Charter in 1914
The 3-member Board is appointed by the City Commission and serves a 6-year term
o The purpose of the Civil Service Board is to comply with Section 96 of the Charter providing for
appointment and employment in all positions in the classified service which falls into three primary classes:
Competitive: indicates that a testing procedure is conducted to determine the most eligible candidate
Noncompetitive: candidates’ credentials are reviewed evaluating education and experience
Labor: entry level skills for which a test may or may not be necessary
o Unclassified service consists of those positions defined in Section 95 of the City Charter, and is beyond the
scope of these rules
Civil Service Selection Process
1. Job Openings posted online (jobs.daytonohio.gov)
2. Applications reviewed based on minimum qualifications
as outlined in their respective job descriptions
o Applications are accepted without regard to age, gender,
disability, race, ethnic background or citizenship.
3. Examinations for competitive positions are developed and
administered by Civil Service staff for both the City of
Dayton and non-teaching personnel at Dayton Public
Schools in conjunction with the departments and their
essential functions (exception for Police & Fire)
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4. Competitive positions: eligible lists comprise candidates who have successfully passed the
testing component(s)
» Promotional: This recruitment type is only available to current employees as outlined in the exam
announcement.
» Open Competitive: This recruitment type is open to the public and all current employees.
» Hiring for all Competitive positions are processed and filled based on the Rule of One
5. Noncompetitive: classifications of this type include professional, technical and supervisory
positions. This job type is non-tested.
6. Part-Time Permanent: this recruitment type is open to the public. Positions in this class
generally work a 35 hours per week and do not have the same benefits as those full-time
permanent employees.Police Recruit Selection Process The Police Recruit Selection Process includes the following components that each candidate must successfully complete and pass in order to be considered for the position of Police Recruit: 1. Online Application 2. Preliminary Physical Fitness Test 3. Written Examination 4. Background Investigation including Polygraph Test 5. Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission Physical Fitness Assessment 6. Psychological Evaluation 7. Medical Examination
Police Recruit general Timeline for Hiring 8 1 1 8 1 3 3-4 weeks week day weeks day weeks weeks OCT-DEC JAN FEB 8 MAR-MAY JUNE JUN- JUL JULY AUGUST
Police Recruit Selection Process: Application
1. Complete and Submit an Online Application
TOTAL APPLICANTS
o All applications for Police Recruit must be
submitted online (jobs.daytonohio.gov)
1924
o Generally posted each year in October; however,
1387
time frame may changed based on hiring 1160
projections and DPD attrition model.
669
511
o Applications available for a minimum of 8 weeks
2013 2016 2017 2019 2020Police Recruit: Homegrown Heroes
City of Dayton’s internal recruiting program that encourages current City employees to
pursue a career in the public safety services.
HOMEGROWN HEROES
2019 2020
25 23
20 19
15 13
10
7
6
5
5 4
3
2
1
0 0
0
Applied Sched for PFT No Show for PFT Passed PFT Passed Writ Exam HiredPolice Recruit Selection Process: Application
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications for
the position.
High school diploma or G.E.D.
Applicant must be 21 years old and no older than 35
years old by the day of completion of the Dayton Police
Academy.
Applicants who are 35 or older must submit a copy of
their OPOTC certification and proof of current or previous
appointment as a sworn Police Officer for a jurisdiction
A P P L I C A N TS M E E T M I N I M U M within the State of Ohio.
Q UA L I F IC AT IO N S
1800
Must possess a valid driver’s license at time of
1285 appointment.
1116
631
481
Must be eligible to be employed in the United States.
93.56% 92.65% 96.21% 94.32% 94.13%
2013 2013 2016 2016 2017 2017 2019 2019 2020 2020
(%) (%) (%) (%) (%)Police Recruit Selection Process: Preliminary PFT
2. Preliminary Physical Fitness Test PASSED - PHYSICA L FITNESS TEST
332
o Candidates must pass the 1.5 mile run at or
above the 30th percentile of the Cooper Fitness 237
224
Standard
190
151
o Standards are set based on Age & Gender
o Candidates who successfully pass will move on to 70.79% 71.34% 74.06% 76.92% 73.66%
take the computerized assessment. 2013 2013 2016 2016 2017 2017 2019 2019 2020 2020
(%) (%) (%) (%) (%)
Age: 21-29 30-39 40-49
Male - Maximum minutes to complete: 13:08 13:48 14:33
Female - Maximum minutes to complete: 15:56 16:46 18:26Police Recruit Selection Process: Computerized Assessment
3. Entry Level Police Assessment Test
PASSED - WRITTEN EXAM
o Validated assessment test developed by Siena
728
Consulting, whom have extensive experience working
with the Department of Justice (DOJ) and other public
and private jurisdictions.
470
o The assessment test was administered electronically for
the first time in 2020 in the Civil Service testing center.
171 157
o Testing components measure candidate’s interests, 117
abilities, skills, experiences, preferences, and
80.35% 78.86% 76.68% 89.20% 86.03%
tendencies in a law enforcement environment.
2013 2013 (%) 2016 2016 (%) 2017 2017 (%) 2019 2019 (%) 2020 2020 (%)
o The test includes four sections:
personality inventory
reasoning test
math test
reading testPolice Recruit Selection Process: Eligible List
Candidates who pass BOTH the Preliminary Physical Fitness Test AND achieve a passing score on the Computerized
Assessment are placed on an eligible list in rank order of their final score on the assessment.
o Tie Scores
Promotional - if two or more candidates receive the same final score, including seniority and efficiency
points, the tie shall be broken in favor of the candidate with the longest total City service. CS Rule 7, Sec. 7
Open Competitive - should two or more candidates receive the same score, the order in which their names
shall be placed on the eligible list is determined by random selection method. CS Rule 6, Sec. 6
o Life of the Eligible List
The term of an eligible list is fixed at ONE year from the date it is established. For safety force positions, the
Civil Service Board may extend the eligible list on a year for year basis, which shall not exceed 4 years. CS
Rule 8, Sec. 7 (C)
o Candidates are contacted to begin the pre-employment hiring process when Civil Service reaches their name on
the ranked eligible list based on the Rule of One.Police Recruit Selection Process: Background Investigations
4. Background investigation including polygraph test
o May include contact with present and previous employers; neighbors and family may be contacted.
o A check of Local and State Police and FBI records (both adult and juvenile), and Bureau of Motor Vehicle records
o Candidates must be of good moral character.
o Must not have any misdemeanor convictions for Domestic Violence.
o Other misdemeanor convictions could result in the removal of an applicant from the eligible list.
o Persons convicted of a felony are not eligible for positions in the sworn forces of the Police Department (even if such
conviction has been sealed or expunged).
o Under State and Federal laws, must be able to possess or receive firearms.
o Any candidate who has ever illegally possessed, knowingly used, sold, or distributed any controlled substance or dangerous
drug as defined by State of Ohio law, within 3 years of the date of the computerized assessment, may be disqualified.
o Any candidate who has used marijuana 1 year or less prior to the date of the computerized assessment will be disqualified.Police Recruit Selection Process: Physical Fitness Assessment
5. Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission (OPOTC) - Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA)
o The PFA is designed to evaluate physical ability to perform the fitness standards prior to entry into a peace
officer basic training academy as mandated by the State of Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission.
o Applicants are scored on a pass/fail basis, based on the time, number of repetitions required to complete
the test.
o Candidates are required to pass three components of the Cooper Fitness Standard at or above the 30th
percentile
Sit-ups
Full Body Push-ups
1.5 Mile RunPolice Recruit Selection Process: Psychological Evaluation
6. Psychological Evaluation
o A psychological evaluation will be completed to determine the applicant's emotional suitability to perform
all aspects of the job. Candidates are assessed on their behaviors, tendencies, and abilities including but not
limited to General Emotional Adjustment, Integrity/Control, Interpersonal Relations, Problem Solving, and
Danger/Risk Evaluation.
o Each applicant is required to take several assessments in addition to a clinical interview with the
psychologist.
o The results of the psychological evaluations are reviewed and analyzed by a licensed psychologist who
provides a final recommendation based on the assessment of each candidates suitability to enter the police
academy.Police Recruit Selection Process: Medical Examination
7. Medical Examination
o Final appointment is contingent upon the candidate passing a job-related medical examination
which includes, but is not limited to, cardiovascular and pulmonary fitness testing, respiratory
testing, drug and nicotine screening, vision and hearing screening, alcohol abuse, and
neurological or psychiatric concerns.Police Recruit Academy o Candidates are assigned to the Dayton Police Academy to complete a classroom curriculum and physical skills development in defensive tactics, physical fitness, driving, firearms proficiency, Ohio Revised Code statutes and other related skills required by the Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission, in preparation for appointment as a Police Officer. o Recruits report for training for six months in a paid academy logging more than 1,000 hours of professional instruction.
Contacts Ken Thomas, Secretary & Chief Examiner: 937.333.2124 Civil Service office: 937.333.2300 Website: jobs.daytonohio.gov
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